Ah, the stock market. A bastion of rational exuberance, or so we’re told. That is, until former President Donald J. Trump decides to weigh in. In what has become a familiar, albeit consistently bewildering, dance, the markets once again found themselves whipsawed by a flurry of pronouncements, threats, and “great deals” emanating from the Trump orbit this past week. Investors, bless their optimistic hearts, continue to parse every tweet and press conference, attempting to discern whether the latest policy p ...

Trade Agreement Impact - UK-India trade deal could add $6.5 billion to the British economy [1] - The deal lowers tariffs on British goods like cars, cosmetics, and scotch whiskey [1] - Zero duties on 99% of Indian exports to the UK, benefiting manufacturers [2] Geopolitical Implications - The deal signals India's move away from protectionist policies [1] - It serves as a hedge against global headwinds, including potential trade wars [2] - India is still negotiating a trade deal with the US [3]